Stories, tips, and local perspectives from across the Finger Lakes.
Twisted Rail occupies a former train depot in downtown Geneva, and the railroad theme extends through the decor without beating you over the head with it. The space has the bones of a good brewpub — exposed brick, high ceilings, a long bar with taps stretching across the back wall — and it draws an […]
Nickel's Pit BBQ operates across multiple Finger Lakes locations, which is both its strength and the thing that makes it hard to pin down — the experience can vary depending on which outpost you hit. What stays consistent is the barbecue itself: slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, and ribs that have built a devoted regional following. […]
The Rusty Pig sits on Seneca Street in downtown Geneva, and it announces itself honestly: Real Smoke, Real Flavor. The meats are smoked in-house over real hickory and applewood, and you can taste the difference from the first bite. This is not barbecue that apologizes for itself or tries to be something fancier — it […]
Weedsport is not where you expect to find one of the Finger Lakes' best breweries. The village sits east of the lakes proper, closer to Syracuse than to any wine trail, on a stretch of Route 31 that is more farm country than tourist corridor. But Lunkenheimer Craft Brewing Co., operating out of a taproom […]
First brewing in 2009, Finger Lakes Beer Company is now an award-winning microbrewery renowned for creating clean, crisp, and flavorful beers using local products. It welcomes visitors with a variety of tasting options and outdoor activities.